Cover supervisor at Elements Primary School

Wellspring Academy Trust; Rothwell; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Wellspring Academy Trust is seeking a cover supervisor for Elements Primary School in Leeds, West Yorkshire. The role is part-time (30 hours per week) and permanent, with 38+5 weeks per year. Salary is £20,576 actual, on the C1 scale; start date as soon as possible.

You will join a supportive trust that prioritises safeguarding, professional development and a positive school culture. DBS checks are required, and the closing date is 13 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Commitment to safeguarding children.
• Experience in a school environment is welcome.
• Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide cover supervision during lessons and activities.
• Support pupils and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Follow school policies and safeguarding procedures at all times.

Skills

Self-motivated

Customer-focused

Organised

Team player

Job description

Cover supervisor at Elements Primary School

• Job Reference #
  EDV/2026/EPS/21070
• Location
  Acre Mount, Middleton, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS10 4WR
• Contract Type
  Permanent
• Contract Term
  Part-Time
• Salary
  £20,576.00 Annually (Actual)
  C1 scale 12 £29,542 FTE / £20,576 actual
• Hours Per Week
  30
• Weeks Per Year
  38+5
• Closing Date
  8:00am, Tue 13th Oct, 2026
• Start Date
  As soon as possible
• Positions Available
  1
• Interview Date(s)
  15.10.26

About this Role

Wellspring is an established and growing Multi-Academy Trust with a difference. We operate Primary, Secondary, Special and Alternative Academies across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the Humber. We are committed to making a difference to the lives and life chances of the young people and the communities we serve.

As the Trust continues to grow our roles offer pathways for ambitious and dynamic individuals who are determined to make a difference. We value our people; collegial working at all levels is central to our culture. High quality induction training and ongoing professional development support are guaranteed. There will be a broad range of opportunities for you to realise your professional vision and ambitions within the Trust.

We are interested in hearing from people who:

• Are self-motivated, customer-focused and organised.
• Enjoy working as part of an inclusive team.
• Have a commitment to supporting the work of education leaders and who are passionate about learning.

If you are someone who

• is committed to the safeguarding of children
• has enthusiasm for a role in a school environment which sees pupils at its heart
• has a commitment to your own professional development and ambitions for your future
• is a good communicator and team member, who is caring, flexible and approachable

…then we want to hear from you

Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. As this role involves working with children in regulated activity, please note that it is an offence to apply for the role if barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.

References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview. Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, if deemed relevant for the role, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post.

We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal records check from the country/countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.

For informal enquiries, please contact Leanne Barker on [email protected]